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  New Navara Prices Beat Independent Imports 6 Jul 2005 (News)
  Automatic transmission is a £975 option on the Outlaw and Aventura Double Cab. Load weight is 1097kg (for BIK tax purposes). Maximum towing weight is 2.6 tonnes. Standard model combined mpg is 33.2 and CO2 226g/km. 0-60 is 10.5 seconds for the King Cab and 11.2 seconds for the Double Cab. Maximum torque is 403Nm at 2,000rpm. More at www.nissannavara.co.uk
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  Scramble for Cars at Auction Today 24 Jul 2002 (News)
  Focuses still do better than any Ford ever did before. Cheapest of the day was a Radiant red 86,000 mile 99T 1.6 Zetec estate with a tow hook which sold for £3,700. But, not letting the side down, a 68,000 mile 2.0LX four door with a/c and alloys shot straight past its reserve of £4,400 to sell for £4,700, a 79,000 mile 99V 1.8iLX 5-door with a/c and rust in the back window sold for £4,750 and a silly spec 28,000 mile 99V 1.8 Zetec 3-door with neither climate pack nor sunroof bid to £5,750.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 4 Apr 2015 (News)
  But driving the car it was immediately apparent that the steering was not as it should be and, upon inspection, it was found that the inner track rod, an integral part of the rack, was bent. Obviously, by the evident marks, the car had been attached by the rack and not the towing eye to the towing winch when lifted onto the breakdown truck. She is left facing a bill well into 4 figures. Is her claim against the AA, the garage or should her Insurance company become involved?
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  Toyota Hilux Reaches South Pole 24 Dec 2010 (News)
  Secondly, the Hilux has a uniquely high load carrying capacity. It combines a low unladen weight of just 2.2 tons with a payload capacity of 1.5 tons and a towing capacity of 3 tons – an essential attribute when carrying the expedition equipment, spare parts and participants, as well as 1,280 litres of fuel per vehicle. Thirdly, this expedition maintained a faster average speed than any comparable expedition had previously attained.
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  Big Premiums Stall at Top Car Today 11 Nov 2002 (News)
  But the front tyres were heavily worn on the shoulders, the rear end looked sagged a bit, and the remains of a removable towbar kit could be seen under the back bumper. 41k miles were unwarranted, but 41k miles towing what? A yacht? A big, shiny caravan? A greaseburger stall? It bid to £29,100. Alternatively, how often do you see an SL600? This Puerto Banus land yacht of a few years ago had 52k unwarranted, was on a 97P and sold for £26,400.
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  New Prices from Nissan, Subaru and Skoda 9 Feb 2001 (News)
  More at www.nissan.co.uk Subaru has launched a new Forester model named the S-Turbo, which offers 177ps and 181 lb ft torque which get it from 0-60 in 7.7 seconds. Price: £20,745. Gross towing weight remains 1,800kg, which is high for the weight of the vehicle and an automatic version will also be available. Prices for the Forester range now start at £14,495 on the road, which represents a cut of £1,000.
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  A Grand Monday: BMW 525i Tourer with LPG 6 Oct 2014 (News)
  The car is fully loaded, with 17-inch alloys, cruise control, air-con, rear parking sensors, leather trim, electric front seats and windows, alarm, power steering and on-board computer. The automatic gearbox has a switchable sports mode and there’s a tow-pack fitted, which means self-levelling Nivomat rear dampers – which can be expensive to replace. However, you can swap to standard dampers easily enough, although you’ll also need to replace the springs.
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  Car Crime Census 2013: What to do if you're a victim of car crime 19 Aug 2013 (News)
  But what do you do if your car is stolen? Well the first thing is not to panic. Often it could be that your car has been towed away so look for a notice nearby. It could be a parking infringement or that you're blocking access. Yes it's costly and frustrating but at least you'll be getting it back. But what do you do if you realise that it has been stolen?
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  Lewis Hamilton picks an MBGL or the road. 20 Oct 2008 (News)
  Every seat in the car is full-size, capable of taking an adult passenger – and the rear row folds electrically to increase luggage space to an impressive 2300 litres. The GL can tow up to 3500kg (braked; unbraked limit 750kg), and standard ESP® Trailer Stability Assist keeps things on the straight and narrow should the potentially dangerous "fishtailing" occur. Lewis concluded: "This is the second GL I’ve owned, and it’s a privilege to have a job where I get to drive such amazing cars all the time."
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  Auction Prices Continue to Rise 1 Feb 2002 (News)
  A smart 101,000 mile 99S Toyota Camry 2.2 auto in Pearl and with leather but also with a suspicious looking tow-hook sailed up to the block and started at £2,000. There were hands everywhere and within a minute it had sold for twice as much. A very ordinary 68,000 mile 99V Vectra 1.6LS saloon made a silly £4,650.
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  Get set for the Beaulieu International Autojumble 18 Aug 2015 (News)
  The Bentley was built in 1929 and six years later bought by the grandfather of the current owner. He took the saloon on holidays around the UK, even towing a caravan. In 1985 it was taken off the road and parked in a barn in Surrey. The owner thought it would be worth £30,000 but the motor is actually ‘one of the finds of the decade’ and has a guide price of £150,000 - £250,000.
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  Save Up To £3,000 On New KIAs 10 Jan 2014 (News)
  Kia's big 7-seater SUV, the Sorento, starts at just £24,695 with a £2,000 saving (this £2,000 is available on all models), amking it cheaper than many medium SUVs with much lower towing capacity. A top-level ‘KX-4' 2.2 CRDi 194bhp six-speed auto seven-seat model has been added to the Sorento line-up. With 19-inch alloy wheels, Parallel Park Assist, driver's memory seat, two rear sun blinds and a silver front grille as standard, this standout model is also available with a £2,000 customer saving and starts from £34,495.
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  1934 Talbot Darraq makes £13,508 in Sandown Park auction 6 Aug 2011 (News)
  There are always some fun lots and bargains in a Barons sale. For fun, it was the 1963 Ford Zephyr with matching Zephyr-shaped trailer in tow at £6,950, while bargain of the sale had to go to the ex-TV star 1988 Daimler Double Six at just £2,250. With a certified gas conversion, this was not only a bona fide classic, but stylish and economical to run.
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  Scrap Cars Raise £500,000 For Charity 30 Nov 2011 (News)
  Giveacar’s customers ring up, have the details of their cars taken and are asked for the name of their favourite charity. Cars are collected by tow truck directly from customers’ home addresses. Some will be scrapped and others will be sold on. Giveacar has built a network of scrap merchants and auction houses reaching into almost every corner of the UK, and always aims to get the best price for each car donated.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 30-5-2015 30 May 2015 (News)
  That's why we see so many fields of yellow oil seed rape at this time of year. Not just in the UK; in Spain, Italy and France as well.   Towed haul I have a 2014 Honda 2.2 diesel CR-V, which I run normally in Eco mode and obtain good fuel economy. I am about to re-start towing my caravan and wonder if I should switch off the Eco mode whilst towing?
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  Honest John’s deals of the week 30 Jun 2014 (News)
  .  Click here Thursday 26 June You can now buy a set of towing mirrors from Amazon for half price . The online retailer is offering Maypole 8323 Convex Caravan Mirrors (pair) for £17.98, a saving of £18. 

  Star Deals From Motorpoint 5 Nov 2008 (News)
  Only 11,226 miles at £8,599 – a saving of £11,800 on new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Bags, Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, CD Player, Central Locking, Electric Mirrors, Electric Sun Roof, Electric Windows, Metallic Paint, Power Steering and Tow Bar. 27.2 MPG (combined) * Based on savings on current list prices for equivalent new model These deals and many more at www.motorpoint.co.uk where all cars listed now carry the CO2 rating for tax purposes, or visit one of Motorpoint's five Supersites: Derby, Glasgow, Burnley, Peterborough and Newport, South Wales.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 31 Oct 2016 (News)
  The RAC online shop has discounts on all kits, covering warning triangles, high vis vests and tow ropes.  Click for more info Monday 10 October  Reader offer: Free car cleaning kit when you buy a warranty plan with motoreasy.
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  BCA Warns Against Pimping Your Ride 30 May 2012 (News)
  .  Could add £50/£100 to the right buyer Engine Chips/Remapping With modern engines effectively governed by computers (ECUs), chipping or remapping the engine management system is a popular way to increase a car’s performance – not just top speed, but throttle response, economy and towing ability. However, any manufacturer warranty won’t cover damage caused as a result of chipping and re-sale values can be affected because potential buyers will be wary of any future engine issues.
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  Buynewcars4less Full Offers List 9 Aug 2007 (News)
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